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EEA: “Europe’s circular economy still in its infancy”

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Circular material use can minimise waste and resource extraction, improve resource efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to conserving biodiversity. However, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) report, published today, circular economy initiatives in Europe are still at an early stage and would benefit from more investments in upscaling promising innovations and in […] ... lees meer

New EU rules make household appliances more sustainable

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In a continued effort to reduce Europe’s carbon footprint and to make energy bills cheaper for European consumers, the Commission yesterday adopted new eco-design measures for products such as refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers and televisions.Improving the ecodesign of products contributes to implementing the ‘Energy efficiency first’ principle of the EU’s Energy Union priority. For the […] ... lees meer

The Ocean Cleanup succesfully catches plastic in Great Pacific garbage patch

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The Ocean Cleanup, the Dutch non-profit organization developing advanced technologies to rid the oceans of plastic, announces today that its latest ocean cleanup prototype system – System 001/B – is successfully capturing and collecting plastic debris. After one year of testing, the organization’s engineers have succeeded in developing a self-contained system in the Great Pacific […] ... lees meer

AkzoNobel launches recycled paint to help close loop on waste

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AkzoNobel has become the first major manufacturer to launch recycled paint thanks to a ground-breaking partnership in the UK with resource management experts Veolia. Developed by the company’s Dulux Trade brand, the revolutionary Evolve matt emulsion is made from the waste of other people’s paint tins in a bid to reduce the amount that goes […] ... lees meer

Dutch National Platform Chemical Recycling live

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With the circular plastics economy, the chemical sector can make an important contribution to the energy and climate objectives of the Netherlands in the long term. Chemical recycling of plastics is a mix of promising technologies that are complementary to current mechanical recycling processes. In the Transition Agenda Plastics, “chemical recycling” is one of the key […] ... lees meer

IMCD releases its first (2018) Sustainability Report

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IMCD N.V., a leading distributor of speciality chemicals and food ingredients, today announces the release of its first Sustainability Report providing energy consumption, water use, and emissions data on the full year 2018. “Sustainability and digitalisation are the main challenges that face our society globally. As IMCD’s presence around the world increases, our impact on […] ... lees meer

Nineteen leading companies join forces to step up alternative farming practices and protect biodiversity

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Nineteen forward-thinking, agriculture-centric companies, together with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), launched a new initiative to protect and restore biodiversity within their supply chains and product portfolios. This coalition – named “One Planet Business for Biodiversity” (OP2B) – was formally launched on stage at the United Nations Climate Action Summit by Emmanuel […] ... lees meer

US outdoor clothing brand Patagonia wins UN Champions of the Earth award

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US outdoor clothing brand Patagonia has been named a UN  Champion of the Earth, receiving the UN’s top environmental honor for a dynamic mix of policies that has put sustainability at the heart of its successful business model.  The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) recognized Patagonia in the entrepreneurial vision category. Since Patagonia was founded […] ... lees meer

Food companies are aligning with SDGs, but need to do more, study finds

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The United Nations has called for a transformation in the way the world produces food and manages land to drive progress towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Barilla Foundation, led by Chairman Guido Barilla, outlined what the food industry is already doing, and what steps leaders must take to accelerate progress and achieve […] ... lees meer

ICC endorses new report presenting case for carbon pricing to address industrial competitiveness

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A new report, endorsed by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) finds that concerns about industrial competitiveness can be addressed through strong carbon pricing policies. The new report published by the High-Level Commission on Carbon Pricing and Competitiveness calls on industry peers and governments to adopt strong carbon pricing policies. As more businesses develop low-carbon strategies, supportive […] ... lees meer